Trump selects South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to run Department of Homeland Security

Noem, a Republican, is a staunch supporter of Trump and his policies.

She is also a vocal critic of illegal immigration and has vowed to crack down on it if she is confirmed as DHS secretary.

President Trump has selected South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to run the Department of Homeland Security, according to multiple reports. Noem, a Republican, is a staunch supporter of Trump and his policies. She is also a vocal critic of illegal immigration and has vowed to crack down on it if she is confirmed as DHS secretary.

Noem's selection is likely to be met with resistance from Democrats, who have already expressed concerns about her views on immigration. However, she is likely to be confirmed by the Senate, which is controlled by Republicans.

If confirmed, Noem would be the first woman to lead DHS. She would also be the first DHS secretary to have served as a governor.